1.66 Ct. Cabochon Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Hold this luminous treasure close to your heart, imagine the warm glow of a greenish yellow fire that seems to breathe with life, and you will begin to understand why this 1.66 carat chrysoberyl feels like more than a gem, it feels like a memory waiting to happen. Expertly shaped into an oval cabochon and proportioned at 7.50 by 6.86 by 3.48 mm, this translucent stone captures light like a quiet sunrise, revealing layers of color that shift with every tilt of the wrist. The silky chatoyant band that gracefully travels across its dome creates a moment of surprise and delight each time it passes, a private spectacle that draws the eye and stirs the soul. With an intense color intensity and an excellent polish, every facet of this gently curved surface has been refined to maximize its inner glow, while the very very slightly included clarity evaluated at eye level assures you of natural, uncontrived beauty. No enhancement has been applied, so what you see is the honest, unaltered voice of the earth, a rare conversation between time, pressure, and mineral that culminates in a gem of soulful presence.

The origin of this chrysoberyl, Ceylon Sri Lanka, is not merely a line on a certificate, it is a story that enriches every moment you spend with this jewel. Sri Lanka has been a cradle of gemstones for centuries, a place where miners and cutters have passed down an intimate knowledge of stone and light across generations. The island s ancient gravel beds and metamorphic formations are uniquely suited to produce chrysoberyl of exceptional chatoyancy and refined color, and collectors worldwide have long revered Ceylon stones for their distinct character. This particular piece carries that lineage in its color and sheen, the greenish yellow tone that Sri Lankan chrysoberyls often display when the iron and chromium within the host rock have danced just so. That provenance brings with it a tangible layer of value, not only in market terms but in cultural and emotional significance, because you are acquiring a gem that has traveled from a storied landscape to be curated by The Natural Gemstone Company, handled by craftsmen who know how to honor its history and reveal its best self. The fact that it is untreated amplifies this narrative, confirming that the beauty you fall in love with is wholly natural, a rare and honest reflection of geology and time.

Imagine gifting this chrysoberyl to the person who deserves a keepsake that will grow more meaningful with every passing year, or envision it set into a ring or pendant that becomes the centerpiece of daily ritual. The oval cabochon profile makes it ideal for settings that celebrate the chatoyancy, a simple bezel that lets the silky eye glide uninterrupted across the surface, or a delicate halo that frames the stone without overshadowing its inner light. From an intimate anniversary present to a symbolic gesture of new beginnings, this stone has the presence to transform an ordinary day into an unforgettable one. At The Natural Gemstone Company we are proud to present gems that tell a story, and this Ceylon chrysoberyl speaks of ancient earth, skilled hands, and the quiet joy of owning something unaltered, something true. If you are seeking a piece that will be admired for its beauty and cherished for its authenticity, this gem invites you to begin a lifelong conversation, one that will shine with warmth, with love, and with a promise that grows deeper every time it catches the light.